ATT Taxation Associate Apprentice

  • Clive Owen LLP
  • Duhram, County Durham
  • £22500 per annum

Are you looking to build a long-term career in Tax? Then look no further! Start your career today with a level 4 ATT apprenticeship with Clive Owen LLP and Kaplan. You will be dealing with client tax returns, attending meetings and liaising with clients whilst working towards the ATT Level 4 qualification.

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  • GMFJ Reference
    246170
  • Wages
    £22,500 p/a
  • Hours
    37.50 per week
  • Date Posted
    07/02/2024
  • Start Date
    03/06/2024
  • Approx. Duration
    24 months

  • Location
    Duhram
  • Status
    Now Taking Applications
  • Sector
    Accountancy
  • Opportunity Type
    Higher Level 4
  • Apprenticeship Standard
    Professional accounting or taxation technician (ST0003)
  • Employer
    Clive Owen LLP

Description

We have a new opportunity to join an exciting, expanding accountancy practice in our tax team. Are you a motivated individual, looking for your next step, working within a progressive, flexible company, that is one of the region’s largest independent accounting firms?

This opportunity would be based within the small, friendly tax team in Durham where training and encouragement will be given. Our tax team is involved in the delivery of tax compliance and advisory services for a portfolio of some of the most wealthy and exciting entrepreneurial businesses across our region.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

  • Prepare income, P11D, and corporation tax returns from a variety of systems including CCH, Iris, and Taxshield.
  • Prepare dividend paperwork.
  • Prepare small rental and sole trader accounts.
  • Research basic tax planning issues.
  • Action queries raised by colleagues on the draft tax returns and computations. Act as a point of contact for clients and colleagues for ad hoc queries Liaise with HM Revenue and Customs on a variety of matters including PAYE coding notices and tax refunds.
  • Preparation of corporation tax reminder letters for review.
  • Assisting in the onboarding of new clients including registration with HM Revenue and Customs.

For more information about this vacancy please contact Kaplan Financial on kaplan.recruitment@kaplan.co.uk (Ref ID: 246170)

Company website : https://www.cliveowen.com/

  • Recent general practice background, with exposure to accounts, audit, and/or tax.
  • Must have excellent IT skills, including working knowledge of Excel.

  • A Levels grade A-C.
  • GCSE's grade 9/A*-4/C including math and English.
  • Relevant experience in tax, accounts or audit.

Professional Accounting Taxation Technician Apprenticeship Level 4 - ATT

A key role within any accountancy and finance function, individuals undertaking this apprenticeship will hone their ability to create, verify and review accurate and timely financial information. This apprenticeship can suit a variety of financial functions as there are a range of qualifications available to suit your organisation.

The ATT qualification gives you the knowledge and practical skills to work in tax compliance. After qualifying, you can progress onto CTA and become a chartered tax advisor.

The ATT syllabus follows a modular structure, which consists of two core certificate papers and four optional certificate papers, allowing you to specialise in your own area of interest or expertise. You must also complete three computer-based exams (Law, Professional Responsibilities & Ethics and Accounting).

Compulsory units include:

  • Personal Taxation (PT)
  • Business Taxation (BT)

Optional units include:

  • Business Compliance (BC)
  • Corporate Taxation (CT)
  • Inheritance Tax, Trusts & Estates (IHTTE)
  • Value Added Tax (VAT)

You will also be required to complete an End Point Assessment (EPA), which will include a role simulation exam and portfolio with reflective statement

Training will be provided by attending either face-to-face classroom based lessons or Live Online. An apprenticeship has to be relevant to the job you are undertaking and you must dedicate 20% of your time towards it.

  • Be willing to learn and have the enthusiasm to pursue a career in tax.
  • Have excellent communication skills and be confident speaking to clients face to face, over the telephone, and by email.
  • The ability to check work for accuracy and have good attention to detail.
  • The ability to judge differing situations and respond accordingly.
  • Be able to demonstrate your initiative to solve problems.
  • Be flexible and proactive in managing multiple priorities.

  • To complete ATT and start CTA - promotion to Senior or Manager.

Please note, the salary is £22,500 - £26,500 depending on qualifications and experience.

Benefits include:

  • 22 days holiday plus bank holidays and 1 additional day off for your birthday. Agile working, flexible annual leave, supported qualifications, sustainable growth, time in lieu, well-being support.
  • Death in service, enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption options, professional membership fees paid, employer contribution scheme and private health insurance.
    Plus we offer: Cycle to work scheme - Save on tax and national insurance contributions on buying a bike through a salary sacrifice scheme over 12 months.
  • Expensed flu jabs and eye tests.
  • Talent Referral bonus
    For eligible colleagues receive up to £3000 on successful candidate referral.
  • Volunteer day
    We give you a full day paid leave for voluntary and charitable activities and paid time to give blood.
  • Electric vehicles
    Lease an electric car via a salary sacrifice scheme.
  • Long service awards
    A financial reward and an extra days holiday for various long service milestones. Plus, we offer additional holidays. Minimum of 22 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising to 25 days after 5 years. Managers and above get 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 5 years .
  • Fully supported training and CPD
    Continuous support to develop soft skills and technical knowledge to enhance personal development and career progression.
  • 16- 25 Railcard
    The firm will pay for a railcard for eligible trainees travelling to Kaplan. The railcard can be used for personal travel.*
  • Perkbox Discounts on shopping, eating out, cinema, gym membership and much more.
  • Dress for your day Fridays
    Colleagues can wear casual clothes every Friday depending on their diary.
  • Free tea & coffee
    There is free tea and coffee at each office.

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